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I'm sorry you're going through so many trials. It sounds like you're dealing with everything with a positive attitude, and I hope everything works out well for you.

I have struggled with this too. Wasn't losing for a few months because of it, even though I was making healthy food choices it was too much food. I did two things. First I went back to a protein and fruit smoothie for lunch, with some almonds. Very filling for a long period of time. Then I use the Apple test. When I want to eat something I ask myself if I'm really hungry or if I just want to eat, and if I'm really hungry will an apple do? Usually I'd just like to have some cheese puffs! So I know it's just head hunger. Always having something to drink is helpful too. I was able to shave off 5 more lbs after I made the change, and I don't feel deprived or hungry. Good luck. It's a never ending negotiation with myself, and I try not to get frustrated. I have to accept that even though I'm 'thin' now, I still do not have an easy relationship with food. {{{{{hugs}}}}

Today is my one year surgeversary! I can't believe how amazing I feel and how much more life has opened up for me! I have so few pics of myself 'before' bc I hated my picture taken. Now I'm a selfie fiend. Anyway, I'm 5'10" started at 296.5 and an currently 198. Size 22 to current size 10. I'd like to lose an additional 23 lbs. my one year appt isn't until July bc of scheduling, so I haven't got any firm stats. I'm pretty happy though, and grateful for this site and all of the lovely Junebugs!!!!

I did it. Finally made it to Onederland! I start Boot Camp fitness next week and have been 'wogging' regularly! Thanks to all the Junies, you are all wonderful. Surgeversary almost here!

SO TRUE. Everything is better. Ev. Ry. THING! And nothing hurts. I actually JOG now and nothing hurts. It's a miracle.

I'm so sorry. I went through it too, and it's the worst. Try to take care of yourself during this time.

Anyone else noticing a change in how they buy clothing? I was an avid shopper when I was obese. Now everything fits, I mean everything. So I've realized I used to just buy whatever actually FIT well, not whether it looked good or I really liked it. Because it was rare to find a decent fit, I just bought whatever fit. Now I am sooooo picky! Everything fits, so I don't NEED to get anything if I don't absolutely love it! And I know that if I don't buy something, there will always be something else to wear because EVERYTHING FITS. I cannot tell you how empowering this is.

Hi Junebugs! I'm doing well, and I looooove being so much healthier and thinner. I have 29 lbs until I reach my 'impossible goal' --- remember when we thought numbers like this were really impossible --- having 4 lbs till I reach my first goal I set. Wooooooooottttt!

Big hugs for you and prayers. Know that this is the kindest most healthful thing your dad could have done for your mom. It was too dangerous for both of them for her to be left at home. She's in the safest place possible. And this will never happen to you because your mom's experience is teaching you a valuable lesson about how you want to spend the rest of your life. I'm sure she is very proud of you. Hang in there.

Size 22 to 12. Love. This. So. Much!

I am officially "overweight"!!!! And yes I'm happy b/c I'm no longer "obese"! Woot!

Black bean and butternut squash enchilada casserole. I can't do tortillas at all so I left them out. I am vegetarian so I've never tried chicken, but I eat vegetarian chick'n patties all the time and they go down fine.

I had my six month (almost 7) follow up and my surgeon was very pleased...me too! I've lost 65% of my excess weight and all my numbers look good. So excited! My surgeon made me feel so motivated and happy. Woot!!!

29 for me, so I have nothing to complain about!

Nooooo. This has not felt like a break for me b/c of MIL dying. She was mostly comatose from Christmas week and she passed yesterday. Funeral this week. I am looking forward to February break, to say the least.